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The Complete Guide to the 2026–2027 REG CPA Exam

If you’re planning on taking the CPA Exam, or you’ve already passed other sections, you’ll need to prepare for Taxation and Regulation (REG). To help you know exactly what to expect and how to get Exam Day ReadySM, Becker created this comprehensive guide to the REG CPA Exam.  

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The Cost of the CPA Exam and Other CPA Licensure Fees

Your CPA Exam journey is one of the biggest and most rewarding challenges you'll face to date. It starts with detailed planning, requires consistent diligence, and ends in the biggest career advantage you can gain as a public accountant. You'll want to explore CPA Exam dates so that you know when you can test, then continue your planning with CPA Exam costs outlined in this blog below, and finally understand what you'll face by taking a look at the most recent CPA Exam topic and concept blueprints. These important steps will set you up for success as you start your path to CPA. 

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2026 CPA Exam Testing Schedule

Your CPA Exam journey is one of the biggest and most rewarding challenges you'll face to date. It starts with detailed planning, requires consistent diligence, and ends in the biggest career advantage you can gain as a public accountant. Start here with CPA Exam dates, then continue your planning with CPA Exam costs and the fees of licensure, and finally understand what you'll face by taking a look at the most recent CPA Exam topic and concept blueprints. These important steps will set you up for success as you start your path to CPA. 

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The Complete Guide to the 2026-2027 FAR CPA Exam

Every CPA candidate must pass the Financial Accounting and Reporting (FAR) CPA Exam section to earn their license. While the FAR CPA Exam may seem overwhelming, Becker created this guide to break down exactly what to expect plus study tips and insights to help you get Exam Day ReadySM.

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What Is Circular 230? A Guide for Tax Professionals

Every tax professional who represents a client before the IRS is operating under a set of federal rules that predate the modern tax code itself. Those rules, known as Circular 230, shape everything from the due diligence a practitioner owes a client to the fees they can charge and the conduct that can end a career. This guide breaks down what Circular 230 actually is, where it came from, what it covers, and what is at stake for practitioners who do not follow it.

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How to Become a CMA: A Step-by-Step Guide to Certification

Becoming a Certified Management Accountant opens more doors to career growth and higher earning potential. If you'd like to better understand how to become a CMA, we're breaking down the steps you need to take. We're also answering questions about how long it takes and how much it costs to earn your certification, so you have a clear picture of what to expect. 

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IMA Membership Guide
IMA Membership Guide & What It Means for Your CMA Journey

If you're exploring the Certified Management Accountant (CMA) credential, you've come across the certification’s governing body, the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA). Learn what, exactly the IMA does, the details of membership, and how it applies to your CMA journey. 

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What Is CPE in Accounting?

You've passed the CPA Exam, completed your education and experience requirements, and earned the most prestigious three letters in the industry after your name. But the work doesn't end after you're officially a Certified Public Accountant. You'll need to complete a specific amount of continuing professional education (CPE) hours to maintain your license or other accounting designation. So, what is CPE? And how much will you need?

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6 Essential Soft Skills for Accountants

Accounting is a world of numbers. And many believe that technical expertise overshadows the essential accounting soft skills needed to excel in the profession. However, just as important as completing your tasks well is how you complete them. As the accounting profession becomes less about knowing how to book a journal entry, prepare a tax return, or audit numbers on a trial balance, skills like navigating interpersonal relationships and managing work effectively have become essential for your career growth. 

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How Becker's Adapt2U Technology Personalizes Your CMA Study

CMA Exam preparation isn’t all created equal. With a vast amount of material to understand across financial planning, performance management, analytics, and strategic financial management, knowing where to focus your time can make all the difference. 

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